Talking to the Radio Times, Danson reflected: "It's safe to say that the reaction I've had is really 50/50. That's what's been so good about this story - one minute you're siding with Peter and the next you're siding with Nick.

"Then there's Carla and Eva involved as well. They're all such flawed characters and the tables turn all the time."

The actress further pondered: "Nick's been second best to Peter before and to do it to him again on his wedding day would be super cruel and Leanne knows that.

"She really does care for him, she fancies him, he makes her laugh, but she still aches for Peter."

When asked whether she will be watching the drama unfold over the festive holiday, she revealed: "Yes, me and my mom will sneak off into another room and watch it if nobody else wants to. It's a biggie for Leanne this year so we'll be watching."